Samantha Sandy Photography


Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $800

Packages

Prices start at $3,000


About Samantha Sandy Photography

Samantha Sandy Photography

Honest, natural wedding photography for couples who want to be fully present on their day.

I photograph wedding days honestly and naturally, capturing both the timeless moments and the quiet in-between ones that make your story uniquely yours. From quiet glances across the room to laughter, inside jokes, and quick kisses in between, these fleeting moments are often the ones that mean the most. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio and available for travel across the US. If you feel like we’d be a good fit, I’d love to hear more about your plans - your date, venue, and what you’re dreaming up for your day.

What sets me apart is my ability to create a space where couples feel comfortable simply being themselves. I gently guide you when needed while allowing the natural moments to unfold. I also help take the stress out of the day by assisting with timeline planning, organizing family photo lists, and preparing ahead of time so you can stay present and enjoy every moment.


Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery

Samantha Sandy Photography packages

Silver

6 hours

Peak pricing $3,000-3,400

Description

Perfect for intimate weddings or couples who want beautiful coverage of the most meaningful parts of their day. Designed to focus on the moments that matter most, this collection provides intentional coverage while preserving your day with care and simplicity.

What’s included
  • 6-7 hours of coverage
  • engagement session
  • custom timeline planning
  • high-resolution online gallery
  • personal printing rights

Gold

8 hours

Peak pricing $4,200

Description

Gold is designed for couples who want to be fully present on their wedding day — celebrating, laughing, and soaking in each moment — while knowing the moments that matter most are being captured with care. With two photographers and intentional timeline planning, this collection preserves both the big milestones and the quiet, unscripted moments in between.

What’s included
  • 8-9 hours of coverage
  • second photographer
  • engagement session
  • custom timeline planning
  • high-resolution online gallery
  • personal printing rights

Platinum

10 hours

Peak pricing $6,900

Description

Platinum is the complete wedding day experience. From the early anticipation to the final celebration, every detail is documented with care and presence. Designed for couples who want comprehensive coverage and space to truly experience their day, this collection allows for seamless storytelling from beginning to end.

What’s included
  • 10-12 hours of coverage
  • second photographer
  • engagement session
  • custom timeline planning
  • bridal boudoir session or bridal portrait session
  • high-resolution online gallery
  • personal printing rights
  • $200 print credit

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

6 reviews

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    Kathy

    Rating: 5
    Feb 28, 2026

    She’s The Best!

    Sam is absolutely AMAZING! She captured our special day beautifully. She is a dream to work with. I would highly recommend her!

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    Jeniffer

    Rating: 5
    Feb 28, 2026

    Capturing the Moments

    We have been so lucky to work with Sam in recent years and will continue to. We did a small wedding ceremony at home and Sam captured it exactly as I had hoped (and beyond). Something that was important to me was to not overexpose our different skin tones and she honored that beautifully. Another thing I appreciated was her eye for detail and little moments. Since then, we have also worked together to capture our family in mini sessions and my daughter’s 1 year.

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    Chelsea Farrell B.

    Rating: 5
    Feb 23, 2026

    AMAZING 10/10

    Sam is one of the best decisions I made in the wedding planning process! Not only were our pictures AMAZING, but she was such a huge help on the day of our wedding too. She helped put out fires that I didn’t even know about! We still use her for family photos 3 years later as well. I truly can not recommend her enough!!!

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    Emma

    Rating: 5
    Feb 23, 2026

    Amazing Wedding Day & Engagement Photos!!

    Sam was absolutely amazing as our wedding and engagement photographer!! She took the time beforehand to really get to know us and our vision for the day. She made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and the quality of photos perfectly captured our day! We brought our two puppies to both engagement and wedding day photos and she worked so well with them too. Would highly recommend!

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    Whitney H.

    Rating: 5
    Feb 23, 2026

    Best Photographer I Could’ve Asked For

    Samantha Sandy Photography was a wonderful choice for our engagement, wedding, and maternity photos. From the initial booking, Sam's communication was fast, friendly, and clear. Her work is truly beautiful and she was able to capture all of the special moments of our wedding day with such care. We were thrilled with the results and have continued to use Sam for all of our family photography needs. She is an amazing photographer, and we will always reach out to her for our future photo sessions.


Yes. Each image delivered in your final gallery is individually edited to ensure beautiful color, balanced lighting, and a timeless finish consistent with my signature style. Your gallery is also carefully curated so that you receive a cohesive collection of the most meaningful moments from your day
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
Within 72 hours of your wedding day, I send a small sneak peek so you have a few moments from your day to relive right away. Your full gallery is then carefully edited and delivered within 8 weeks.
Typically, couples book me about 10-12 months before their wedding date, but I do get last minute bookings (less than 4 months before) . I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Such an important question! I take several steps to ensure your images are safe. Your photos are stored on my main editing drive and backed up to a secondary hard drive during the editing process. I also keep the original files on the SD cards until your gallery has been delivered. Once complete, your final gallery is archived on my backup drive to ensure it remains protected.
Absolutely! I take my clients privacy seriously and if you decide you do not want me to post your images to social media or use them in my portfolio, that it perfectly fine. Your gallery can also be password protected to prevent prying eyes from viewing.
Absolutely. I help with timeline planning to make sure your day flows smoothly and we have the best possible light for your photos. I’ll work with you to plan time for portraits, family photos, and those quiet moments together so your day feels relaxed rather than rushed.
Rain on your wedding day can actually make for some of the most beautiful and romantic images. I always come prepared with backup location ideas and flexible plans so we can still capture stunning portraits. Sometimes the unexpected moments—like dancing in the rain or sharing a quiet moment under an umbrella—end up being the most memorable.
Yes. I provide gentle direction during portraits so you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. This helps us create those timeless images families love while still capturing the candid, in-between moments that make your day uniquely yours.
Booking is simple! To officially reserve your wedding date, I require a signed contract and a paid retainer. Once both are completed, your date is secured and I’m all yours for the big day.